Genes, Environment, and Human Behavior

Grade Level: 9-12

Authors: Mark Bloom, et. al.

Publisher: BSCS

Copyright Date: 2000

URL: http://www.bscs.org/pdf/behavior.pdf

Cost: Free

Genetics Content Coverage: social issues in genetics, role of the environment, non-Mendelian genetics, Mendelian genetics, polygenic inheritance, behavioral genetics

Description: Genes, Environment, and Human Behavior is a module developed by BSCS to help implement lessons covering non-Mendelian genetics and the role of the environment in the classroom. It consists of exemplary background material and five student activities. These activities vary in length of time required and could be used independently.

Reviewer Comments:

“I particularly like the fact that the module clearly demonstrated that heredity is not precise and science involves a lot of analysis and interpretation.”

“This module looks at many misconceptions that students have about genetics and inheritance – single gene traits and the role of genetics in determining behavior. It also looks at the ethics involved in making decisions around appropriate use of scientific information as well as issues of good of whole versus rights of individuals.”